We learn from a very young age to avoid sugar in order to keep our teeth healthy. But maintaining a healthy smile is about more than simply cutting out candy. Some of the more innocent of foods can spur tooth decay, as well.
Your dietary decisions can also pose lasting issues with your oral health beyond tooth decay. Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist discusses how diet can help or hinder your oral health. (more…)
Many people view their dental health as primarily cosmetic. If they are able to hide a problem, then maybe it doesn’t matter. They do this with a different smile or a different manner of speech.
And some others think that the health of the mouth is localized. They think that oral health only affects the mouth, or maybe the head, as well.
But your teeth play a significant role in how healthy your heart can be, as well. Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist discusses how the two are connected, and how science is finding new ties everyday.
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Have you been thinking about how you wish your smile were just a little bit straighter? Maybe over the years a tooth or two have become more and more crooked? Any overlap can become an issue with tooth collision or bacterial infection.
Clear aligners, a technology that has become incredibly popular for the past two decades, might be a solution for you. You can make more subtle changes to the appearance of your smile without letting the world know you’ve decided to make this change.
Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist writes about how straightening your smile is no longer an adolescent thing. Improvements can be made at any age! (more…)
As we age, some of the brighter aspects of our appearance begin to fade. Our lips thin, our hair turns gray. And with this often too is a smile that has faded a bit.
Porcelain veneers can help to bring back that youthful smile, all while maintaining your current healthy teeth. Dentists would always prefer to keep natural teeth, whenever possible.
This procedure is easy, and before you know it, you’ll have a new set of teeth, looking as natural as ever.
Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist discusses how veneers can bring a shine back to your smile!
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When you have cracked a tooth or damaged it in some other form or fashion, you might put off having to have a crown placed upon it. It might be the expense, the time, or something else entirely putting you off from seeing the dentist.
We understand that dental visits are not generally the most fun experiences available. But most of the time in dentistry, preventative care is always preferred to emergency care.
And since teeth don’t heal, your only solution may be a crown. And if so, do not wait. It could become further damaged, and then you might require a root canal.
Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist writes on how preparing yourself with a crown is your best scenario, as quickly as possible. (more…)
As with all cancers, it’s best to simply never have them. When that option is unavailable, it’s best to catch them early.
Oral cancer is no exception to this rule, but for many people, it isn’t even a passing thought. However, it is important to know what to look for in any changes to your mouth.
Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist writes on how to best look for possible signs of oral cancer development. Hopefully, these tools can help you know when it might be beneficial to speak with a dentist. (more…)
When summer hits, we all certainly try to look our best. We hit the gym, maybe get a little tan before you go out in the sun. But what about your stained teeth? You can get those refreshed quickly and effortlessly.
Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist talks to you about how you can brighten your smile for the pool or the cookout. (more…)
We often see root canals depicted in movies and TV. They are usually shown as a great source of pain and discomfort for the patient.
But that doesn’t have to be the case! Root canals, often placed with a crown, are very common procedures that can help us save our teeth. Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist discusses just what exactly a root canal is, and how one might benefit you. (more…)
Whenever you have decided to get implants, there is always a period of preparation. Whether you are getting a single tooth replaced or an entire mouth, you want to make sure you are doing everything you can to make sure your operation is successful.
So here are a few tips on how to best prepare for your new smile from your Newport Beach dentist! (more…)
Gum recession happens for a variety of reasons, and is seen very frequently in patients in the United States. We have solutions, but people are often hesitant to get grafts.
Grafts are a highly successful operation and shouldn’t worry anyone. Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist explains how gum grafts may be helpful to you.
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